# Consultant Rheumatologist (American Board) Leading Healthcare Facility

**Company:** [SearchPlus HR](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/oxaCutQKxqNkscFoJpAQEd.md)
**Location:** Dubai, United Arab Emirates
**Workplace:** on site

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## Description

### Position Overview

A leading healthcare facility in Dubai is seeking an experienced and highly qualified **Consultant Rheumatologist (American Board Certified)** to join its specialist medical team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive consultation, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of patients with rheumatologic and autoimmune disorders.

### Key Responsibilities

-   Conduct comprehensive consultations and clinical assessments for patients with musculoskeletal, autoimmune, and rheumatologic conditions.
-   Diagnose and manage conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, lupus, spondyloarthritis, vasculitis, and connective tissue disorders.
-   Develop individualized treatment plans based on current clinical guidelines and patient needs.
-   Monitor treatment response and adjust medications and therapies accordingly.
-   Manage complex and chronic rheumatological cases and provide appropriate follow-up care.
-   Perform and interpret relevant diagnostic investigations, including laboratory tests and imaging studies.
-   Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, internal medicine specialists, physiotherapists, radiologists, and other multidisciplinary teams when required.
-   Provide patient education regarding disease management, medication adherence, lifestyle modification, and preventive care.
-   Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements.
-   Participate in clinical meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and continuing medical education activities.
-   Ensure compliance with Dubai healthcare regulations, clinical standards, and professional ethics.

## Requirements

-   **MD/Doctor of Medicine or equivalent medical degree.**
-   **American Board Certification in Rheumatology** or recognized equivalent.
-   Valid eligibility for **Consultant Rheumatologist** licensing in Dubai, preferably under the Dubai Health Authority (DHA).
-   Relevant post-specialty clinical experience in Rheumatology.
-   Strong expertise in managing complex rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions.
-   Excellent diagnostic, clinical, and communication skills.
-   Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
-   Strong commitment to patient safety, quality care, and professional excellence.
-   Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

## Benefits

-    Highly competitive tax-free salary.
-   Performance-based incentives as per organizational policy.
-   Employment visa sponsorship by the employer.
-   Comprehensive medical insurance.
-   Annual return air ticket for the employee and eligible dependents.
-   30 calendar days of annual leave.
-   CME allowance and paid study leave.
-   Professional indemnity (malpractice) insurance.
-   UAE medical licensing application and renewal support.
-   End-of-Service Gratuity in accordance with UAE Labour Law.
-   Relocation assistance for international candidates.
-   Excellent career progression opportunities within a leading healthcare group.